I would like to take a moment to honor two men in my life that have
had a profound impact. I already paid tribute to our list owner and
my husband Bob and his service dog Allie. in our updates for today.....but the other man in my life was my Dad - Ron. Daddy was a WWII Vet. who received the Bronze Star for bravery in battle and was a Ranger in a division now called Green Berets. First in - first on - last out as
he used to tell me. A good husband, awesome Dad and Father-in-law, and wonderful Grandpa - he was a hero to a great many people and is missed by
anyone who's life he touched.
FROM BADDLITTLE BOO - TRISH
My grandson's father, DeRay Lee Pearson, currently serving his second tour of duty in Iraq. Pictured is DeRay surrounded by his adopted brothers and sisters and my grandson front and center.
LdyBoo2U - SGail
My Mom and Dad!!! My Mom, Grace, was born and raised in England, and she was in the service in England during WWII, and My Dad, Hank, was in the Army, and was in England,fighting for the United States... My Mom and Dad got married in England, on October 13, 1945... When the war ended, My Dad, returned home, to Petaluma, Calif. and 6 months later, My Mom arrived in San Francisco, and was met by My Dad's family, and they brought her, home to Petaluma... They are both gone now..... My Dad - 5-20-1919 - 5-25-1975 My Mom 4-24-1924 -1-27-2007 Thank You Bob and Dee for coming up with this very beautiful idea... I wish that I had pictures of my Mom and Dad on this computer
Ambrosia896610 - Barbi
I would like to honor both my father...Thomas and my uncle...Wes they were both Sgts. in the Army and were both in WWII Both are now deceased...may they rest in peace I would like to honor both of my brothers as well My older brother George was in the National Guard but was not in any war...and my other brother Jerry who was in the Marine Corp...and was not in war either but he was in Search and Rescue in Hawaii and saved people who were surrounded by sharks Both are alive and well today 3 of my nephews I would like to honor...my nephew Chris in the Army National Reserves who was one of the first troops to go to Iraq...he was there for over a year and is now home safe and sound And my 2 other nephews...both currently in the National Guard and going to school My friend Dan...who is a Sgt in the Army...was in the Gulf War and also in the Iraq war...and he won a bronze star for saving his platoon... He is getting ready to deploy again And last but not least...my daughter...Cpl. Chantel Saville who is in the Marine Corp and is currently in Iraq...may she come home safe and sound.
Lakotathunder - Dawn
This my brother Wayne he was killed in Viet Nam 1967 when I was only 5 years old he was my Hero and always will be. He was a good man and caring person. Both of our birthdays are in May ,his the 7th and mine the 13th. He is the 3rd child out of 7& I was the 7th. The other picture is us with our Mom.
This is Dillon Our son, he is in Afghganistan at the moment but told us he will be home in September.
He has been there since May 14, 2007 He just got promoted to Specialist a couple months ago. We are so very proud of him and can`t wait til he steps of the plane. These are the men in my life I want to remember this Memorial Day!!!!
ForeverFriendz63 - Jan
My Grandson's Father - Brian - He is currertly in the Army has been to Iraq and Afganstian (spelt that wrong). I would also like to Honor my father, Richard - he was in the Army and fought in World War II I would also like to Honor my Grandfather, Raymond - he was in the Army and fought in World War I
BaddLittleBoo - Trish
just received some old photos of my dad, whom I'd also like to honor!
My father, R.B. Phillips Jr., was a Marine Gunnery Sergeant on the USS Enterprise, the only aircraft carrier we had left after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, where he served until the end of the war. He was called back into the Marines in 1950 and served about a year in Korea as communications chief for an armored amphibian unit. He was a ham radio operator with a first class FCC radio/telephone license and built a 400 watt transmitter that was comparable in power to many commercial broadcasting companies. He worked in the electronic repair business until his death in June of 1996.
MeeTooNPSP - Mee
I would like to honour my Dad Frank (1923-1983) who was in WWII he was stationed in Wales and England prior to D Day he trained men to use the night vision tanks he arrived on Omaha Beach with thousands of others on that fateful day in June and then served in France Italy and what became the Czech Republic where he was crippled on the last day of the fighting it is funny now but I don't remember him without his crutches except in pics cos he was a bit vain but he did have surgery the last year and was able to walk then with just a cane When we were kids my brother and I would hide his braces when we got mad at him and he was not able to walk to find them.
also too I would like to remember his brother Georgie who served in the Navy and was at Pearl Harbor on that day in December 1941 He was one of the lucky ones who was ashore and not on his ship which sunk I do not remember the name but it was near the Arizona.
these brave men are now gone along with another brother who served in Europe also Here in England there is Remembrance Sunday in November and also 2 minutes of silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month
Bad10857 - (Swap Meet)
I'd Like To honor my son Specialist Michael Downs & his Unit
3rdBN 142nd AVN (AASLT)
New York ARNG
Who are Leaving 06-06-08 for operation Iraqi Freedom
May You All Come Home Safe As well as all of our Soliders
God Speed to you ALL
Love Ya Buddy
Mom
Pat - Dreamygrits (Holidays)
First my dad Retired M/Sgt James Hurley. He was in the Navy, Army and Air Force. He actually served in the Navy at 15 years old during WW2. They put him out at 17 and he reinlisted into Army/Air Force at !8. He later went Air force when they split. He also served in Korea and then Viet Nam. We lost him because of getting sick in Viet Nam. He will always be my hero
My Husband Sgt (Retired) Christopher Faircloth, US Army served during in Grenada and retired after getting hurt jumping. He is still my hero
My son Sgt Bradford Faircloth is currently serving in Iraq. I am so proud of him. He will always be one of my heroes
Krystal - MommyKrystal2 (A - 1 Ads)
This is my little brother Steven. He is currently over in Iraq. I am very very proud of him for doing what he feels is right.
Angela - Tagcollector1219 (A - 1 Ads)
This is my son Wayne. He has served 2 tours in Iraq. One as a civilian, working with a private company. The other, he was in the USMC for 8 years. Semper Fi! He is fixing to leave again for the desert. This time it's Afghanistan. We are in fear for him and upholding him in our thoughts and prayers. We feel the same way for all the other soldiers and their families. Wayne is in the National Guard now as a reservist. He got out of the Marines and came home, went to work. The money wasn't great so he went into the Guard part time, going full time for the war. We thought after 2 times of him going over and coming home, the nightmare and worries were over. Not the case. We honor him and support his decision to defend America, but that doesn't mean we have to like it. We are so proud of Wayne and his attitude for our country. Wayne is leaving behind a family of a twin sister, and an older brother. His new wife, Maki, and son Kenneth, who is currently in Okinawa. And of course his parents...dad and step-mom in CT; mom and step-dad here in GA We love you son!
I also want to honor my father, S/Sgt. Ken Grant. USAF retired after 23 years. Daddy is 74 years old now. He suffered two major strokes from Dec. to Jan. and is not in good condition now. However, this man was brilliant before these strokes took him from us in that manner. Always worked hard at his military job as an aircraft jet engine mechanic. My mom was sick most of our life, and daddy always managed to work, come home to cook/clean and then take care of two kids. We adore him. He was known as "Papa" to everyone in his life he touched from the kids, grand kids, and great grands...and all the other kids in an out of their lives. Daddy has taken us all over the world during his time in the service, as well as the USA. What a thrill, adventure and education he provided us with, and having this life. I cannot and would never complain. Daddy, Papa, Kenny...gave his all for the USA, military, his family and friends. He was "dad" to so many military men and families that came to our home when we would be overseas. He talked to them, stayed up with them during troubled times, and opened up our home to be their home away from home. He is one awesome man! Daddy, you are and always will be loved by all!
Jan - BlondeJan1120 (HP Holidays)
My brother Brian is over in Kuwait right now waiting for the rest of his team to arrive and then they will be going over to Baghdad. This is my brothers second time over there. He is in the National Guard.
and Brian's son Andrew is in Bagdad also had been since last Sept I think it was. He is with the military police.
These are the only pics I have of them in uniform that I can find on here. I pray for all of our men and women over fighting for our freedom! May God watch over each and every one of them and their families! Thank You for allowing up to share these thoughts!
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